We organize monthly public beach cleanups at various locations in San Luis Obispo County. Email rap@slo.surfrider.org for more information.
Sponsor a public cleanup or host a private one at a location of your choice in San Luis Obispo County.
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$1000 | Up to 40 people |
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$3000 | Up to 160 people |
The Central Coast Aquarium (50 San Juan St., Avila Beach) has a great new program for anyone who wants to do a spur of the moment beach cleanup. Just inside their front door, they have a Beach Cleanup Corner that has all the supplies you need to do your own beach cleanup including trash bags, trash grabbers, gloves, etc. When you return, they will show you how to sort your waste and record the number or weight of various types (plastic, glass bottles, etc.). They track how much has been collected, and to date they have collected 850 pounds! That’s impressive for a new program and shows how a little effort by you, when added to that of other individuals, can make a big difference.
During COVID restrictions the Aquarium is closed, but the gift shop is open Monday-Friday from 12pm to 3pm and Saturday-Sunday from 1pm-4pm. Folks can come by during those times to get their cleanup supplies. A call first is much appreciated. Call 805-457-5357 ext. 1002 (or just press 2 when the call connects to their auto-attendant). If folks are able to tell them what equipment they need (how many buckets & grabbers), they can have those items ready and that will minimize time spent indoors together.
Staff and volunteers are there during normal business hours, but outside of gift shop hours, you should definitely call ahead to make sure someone is ther.
They are looking forward to having Surfrider folks popping in!